If Something Happens to Me
Ratings4
Average rating3.5
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Ratings4
Average rating3.5
From "one of the genre's most exciting voices" (E! News) comes one of the year's most-anticipated thrillers. For the past five years, Ryan Richardson has relived that terrible night. The car door ripping open. The crushing blow to the head. The hands yanking him from the vehicle. His girlfriend Ali's piercing scream as she is taken. With no trace of Ali or the car, a cloud of suspicion hangs over Ryan. But with no proof and a good lawyer, he's never charged, though that doesn't matter to the podcasters and internet trolls. Now, Ryan has changed his last name, and entered law school. He's put his past behind him. Until, on a summer trip abroad to Italy with his law-school classmates, Ryan gets a call from his father: Ali's car has finally been found, submerged in a lake in his hometown. Inside are two dead men and a cryptic note with five words written on the envelope in Ali's handwriting: If something happens to me... Then, halfway around the world, the unthinkable happens: Ryan sees the man who has haunted his dreams since that night. As Ryan races from the rolling hills of Tuscany, to a rural village in the UK, to the glittering streets of Paris in search of the truth, he has no idea that his salvation may lie with a young sheriff's deputy in Kansas working her first case, and a mobster in Philadelphia who's experienced tragedy of his own. In classic Alex Finlay form, If Something Happens to Me is told by several distinct, compelling characters whose paths intersect, detonating into a story of twist after pulse-pounding twist. The novel cements Finlay as one of the leading thriller writers today.
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Everybody is raving about this book, but I thought it was pretty average.
3.5 ⭐️
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.
I liked it. The overall story was good. I just couldn't get into the multiple POVs. If you enjoy a slow thriller with multiple POVs from different places this is for you!
I love days like today. After a two-hour workout that left me feeling fantastic, I spent the rest of the day indulging in a great book. Recently, my reading choices have been dominated by fantasy and thrillers, and If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay perfectly fit the bill. The fact that I could finish this book in one day speaks volumes about Finlay's writing prowess; I was captivated from start to finish.
If Something Happens to Me is an incredible thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat. The story jumps around a bit, presenting different points of view, but each perspective is so engrossing that I found myself completely absorbed in the moment. The masterful pacing ensures that the switches between viewpoints come at just the right moments, maintaining a high level of engagement and a compelling need to uncover the full story. Finlay's ability to weave these perspectives into a cohesive narrative is superbly done, making for an addictive read.
The premise of the novel is intriguing, with elements reminiscent of true crime, yet it also delves deeply into the humanity of its characters. This combination creates a rich, multi-layered story that is both thrilling and emotionally resonant. Each character's perspective adds depth and dimension to the narrative, enhancing my appreciation for Finlay's character work. The romantic angles are subtle and not forced, adding a natural feel to the story without overshadowing the main plot.
This is one of the most suspenseful novels I've read in a long time. Alex Finlay has firmly established himself as one of my new favorite authors with this book. The story is so well-crafted that while you might suspect certain elements, you never feel like you can predict every twist and turn. The surprises kept coming, and I was continually hooked, eager to see how it all unfolded.
If Something Happens to Me is a testament to Alex Finlay's talent as a writer. It's a gripping, suspenseful thriller that balances intricate plotting with rich character development. The story's ability to keep you guessing and the seamless integration of multiple perspectives make it a standout read. I eagerly await more works from Finlay and highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a thrilling and well-crafted novel.
